Meet Your Trusted Irvine Dentists

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  • A proud graduate of the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Dr. Caviar earned her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences before continuing her education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2001. Since then, she has been serving the Southern California community with a commitment to excellence in patient care. Dr. Caviar stays at the forefront of dental advancements and is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society. Her goal is to promote long-term dental health while delivering high-quality care and aesthetic results.

  • Dr. Samonte-Mora earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of the Philippines, where she graduated with distinction, ranking fourth overall in the national dental board exam. With years of clinical experience and a commitment to gentle, high-quality care, she now serves patients in Irvine as a valued member of the Sand Canyon Dental team. She is also a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society.

  • A proud graduate of the University of Southern California (USC), where he earned Dean’s List honors throughout his studies, Dr. Tamer brings over 23 years of experience to his dental practice. Now serving the Irvine community, he offers compassionate, comprehensive care to patients of all ages. Coming from a family of dentists and medical professionals, Dr. Tamer developed a strong foundation in dentistry early in life, including years of surgical training under his uncle, the former head of Oral Surgery at Cairo University. He remains committed to ongoing education across all areas of dentistry and is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society.

Serving the greater Irvine area and Adjacent cities for over 20 years.

At Sand Canyon Dental, exceptional care starts with experienced people. Our Irvine dentists combine decades of expertise with a gentle approach and personalized attention—whether it’s a routine checkup or a more complex treatment.

Why Patients Choose Us

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Decades of combined experience delivering personalized, high-quality dental care

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Advanced training in the latest technology and gentle treatment techniques

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Conveniently located in Irvine, trusted by patients across Orange County for exceptional dental care.

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